I was 16 when I first picked up a guitar with the full intention of learning how to play it. I had (still do) written alot of poems, but as this was way before Hip Hop or Rap, nobody really listened to a young hippie reciting his works of word. That is when I decided to get serious about music, and wrote my first song. ("LOVE MY HAIR") And that's what got the ball rolling. PEACE FOR PEACE

What was the first concert you ever went to?

the first concert was The Monkees. It was in SLC Utah. The most memorable thing I remember is they didn't play any instruments. (With the occasional exception of Mike Nesmith picking up a guitar, and Davy Jones on tamborine.) But I had fun!

What gear do you use?

I have a Taylor guitar and a Yamaha keyboard. My favorite piece is and always be my Taylor!

What are you looking for from Fandalism?

A way to promote my original songs.

Who was your biggest musical influence growing up?

John Lennon! Without question. He is still my biggest influence today. I was first introduced to him along with three other musicians on The Ed Sullivan Show in Febuary of 1964. I was a very impressional young boy at the time. I've been impressed ever since.

Are you in a band? Have you been in bands?

Through out the years I have been in and out of several bands and duets. I think I have covered alot of genres from Heavy Metal to pop. I feel the most comfortable in the genre I write and perform in now. I call it "Folk/Pop".. Yes I do every show I get the chance to, as long as it doesn't conflict with a previously booked affair. the 'cover' photo on top of this page was taken at a show where I got to be on the bill with some very talented acts. I call the "act/band" The Dave Peaceman Band. It consists of the musicians of the moment. I Don't have a set line up. Although, there are some very talented people that seem to be repeat "musicians of the moment." And for that I am grateful.

If you could jam with anyone, who would it be?

I would jam with John Lennon! (That would be a trick, huh?) Because he is my mentor that I never got to meet. Although we never met, he taught me how to write songs. He showed me how to perform. He taught me a lot of things that I still use to this day. I really wish I could have met him and talked with him. He taught me how to be a dreamer, so he's not the only one.

What's the biggest audience you ever performed to? What's the smallest?

Through out the years, I have played huge veues and teeny tiny venues. The smallest audience is probably around 3 people sitting around Plastic PupTent Studio, when I was recording a live video.The largest is a number I don't know. I have played some pretty big places.

You're stuck on a desert island and only get to bring one album with you. What do you pick?

PLASTIC ONO BAND by John Lennon. Why? Because of its raw energy and heart felt songs. And It is John Lennon, after all...